Job Title: Assistant Manager – Procurement
Location: New Delhi
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: 5–8 Years
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Procurement to oversee the sourcing and timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services for the smooth operation and maintenance of our thermal power plant. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and power sector requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Material and Service Procurement
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for plant operation and maintenance needs.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders, contracts, and agreements as per project requirements.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery timelines to ensure cost efficiency and quality.
2. Vendor and Supplier Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.
- Track and evaluate supplier performance in terms of delivery, quality, and reliability.
- Identify and onboard new vendors to enhance sourcing capabilities.
3. Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, safety standards, and statutory regulations.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of contracts, purchase transactions, and supplier correspondence.
- Prepare periodic procurement reports on costs, budgets, and vendor performance metrics.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to forecast and fulfill material and service requirements.
- Ensure smooth communication between procurement and other departments to support plant uptime and efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualification: B. Tech (Any discipline).
- Industry: Preferably from the Power Sector.
- Experience: 5–8 years in procurement, with experience in thermal power plant equipment, spares, and maintenance preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in SAP (MM module).
- Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation abilities.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on cost optimization and operational efficiency.